Today planned to try out some quilting/ embroidery machines- nothing else was planned for my birthday so I figured I would spend time at a sewing center. I had no intentions of buying unless a great deal. I have been looking at various models and had narrowed it down to a Janome 11000SE but also thought of a Viking Diamond if the price was right.
I arrived in the store and asked to see the Janome- nope we don't have it in stock- we can get it for you in a couple of days. Nope, this wont do as I am into instant gratification. The salesperson then informs me of the Janome Horizon 12000 as well as the Viking. How much for the Janome I ask. The answer out of my price point.....but we could sell the floor model. Well after spending 4 hours at the shop, I ended up with the Horizon!
Now comes the hard part, putting it together and playing around with it.DH happy for me and will read the instruction book as well. Who knows maybe he will get into the embroidery mode. At least he is willing to help me until my classes start up.
Although my mom and grandma( who was a seamstress) are no longer with me
I think it was divine intervention to have this opportunity.
Anyone have any tips for a newbie embroider and this machine? What project should I start first?